Cadillac CTS 2014 Owner's Manual

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Black plate (15,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-6014443) - 2014 - CRC - 4/3/13Driving and Operating 9-15Starting andOperatingNew Vehicle Break-InFollow these recommendedguidelines during the first2 414 km (1,500 miles) of drivingthis vehicle. Parts have a break-inperiod and performance will bebetter in the long run.For the first 2 414 km (1,500 miles):. Avoid full throttle starts andabrupt stops.. Do not exceed 4,000engine rpm.. Avoid driving at any oneconstant speed, fast or slow.. Avoid downshifting to brake orslow the vehicle when theengine speed will exceed4000 rpm.. Do not let the engine labor.Never lug the engine in highgear at low speeds. With amanual transmission, shift to thenext lower gear. This ruleapplies at all times, not justduring the break-in period.. Do not participate in trackevents, sport driving schools,or similar activities during thisbreak–in period.. Check engine oil with everyrefueling and add if necessary.Oil and fuel consumption may behigher than normal during thefirst 2 414 km (1,500 miles).. To break in new tires, drive atmoderate speeds and avoidhard cornering for the first322 km (200 miles). New tires donot have maximum traction andmay tend to slip.. New brake linings also need abreak–in period. Avoid makinghard stops during the first322 km (200 miles). This isrecommended every time brakelinings are replaced.Ignition Positions(Keyless Access)The ignition control knob can beturned to four different positions.To shift out of P (Park), the ignitionmust be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brakepedal must be applied.Using a tool to force the ignitioncontrol knob from its cylinder coulddamage it.